Diets in Review
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It’s the holiday season and whether you’re hosting a party, holding a family gathering or even just trying to do all that shopping with a budget, this time of year can be stressful with a capital S. Being perpetually stressed … Continue reading
Beyond avoiding alcohol, caffeine, fish, and soft cheeses, many women allow themselves some extra indulgences during pregnancy. New research from the Oregon National Primate Research Center, presented at the Society for Neuroscience annual conference in San Diego, may have expectant … Continue reading
Coffee and sugar seem to go together in many ways. Whether you stir some directly into your java or nosh on a sweet treat while you drink your cup of Joe, the two seem to go quite literally hand-in-hand in … Continue reading
I remember when the government first announced its Healthy People 2024 project. The 10-year goals were created to improve the health of the nation and set by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). I remember thinking when … Continue reading
A study of more than 20,000 animals in 12 different populations has found that over the last 20 years, humans aren’t the only ones packing on the pounds. If it were just pets or city vermin also gaining in girth, … Continue reading
With the holidays here, you’re probably wondering how you’ll manage to stay true to your healthy diet while indulging in some of your favorite seasonal eats. Instead of depriving yourself, bake up some alternative sweet treats, such as biscotti: a … Continue reading
UPDATE [2/17/11]: The FDA has now approved the use of LAP Bands for anyone with a BMI of 30 who also suffers from an obesity-related health condition. On Friday, a Food and Drug Administration panel recommended expanding the use of … Continue reading
Even in the winter, when you wake up craving a warm meal, a yogurt parfait can be a surprisingly satisfying choice. Yogurt is full of calcium and protein and when you need a quick breakfast before work or school, it’s … Continue reading
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention asks us to “give the gift of health and safety to yourself and others by following these holiday tips.” They even created a song, The 12 Ways to Health. Yes, it’s cheesy and … Continue reading